A Life, and Death, Conversation

Palliative care is becoming a staple in many hospitals, but Gundersen Lutheran in La Crosse, Wis., makes sure that the conversation takes place.

Giving transplant patients hope and writing a song to inspire us all.

Remember when our national dialogue was civil? Neither do I, actually, but it sure seems a whole lot more uncivil than it used to. And it’s not just the politicians. Social media is a hot bed of vitriol posted by everyone from pop music stars to corporate big shots to cyber-bullies who cower behind their anonymity. And what about that guy whose pharmaceutical company bought a life-saving drug and promptly raised the price by 5,500 percent?